Autonomic Neuroimmunology

Groundbreaking observations have positively identified anatomic connections between elements of the nervous system and cells of adaptive immunity. On the basis of these discoveries, early studies went on to document the capacity of neuromediators to control immune responses, and conversely, the ability of immune cytokines to alter neural activity. These findings have huge physiological implications, including the possibility of finding pathways to novel diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for a multitude of diseases. The book describes, in rich scientific detail, current understanding of these vital neuroimmunological interactions.